Southern Skillet Cornbread

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375º - 400º F

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in cast iron skillet on medium heat on the stovetop (see recipe notes)

Step 3

Meanwhile, combine all dry ingredients into one big bowl EXCEPT the Baking Soda

Step 4

In a smaller bowl, combine all the wet ingredients AND THE BAKING SODA

Step 5

Combine well and pour wet ingredients into the big bowl of dry ingredients

Step 6

Add ¼ cup oil to batter; combine well

Step 7

Your cast-iron skillet with oil should be hot by now. Pour batter into the skillet and shake it to even out the batter. This step ensures a crusty bottom.

Step 8

Cook on the stove top for 2-3-minutes; then transfer to hot oven; bake uncovered for about 30-45 minutes at 375-400ºF until top is golden brown

Step 9

Remove from oven; slice into quarters; melt butter on top and serve!